About St. Mary's Church · Coxsackie, New York
St. Mary's Church in Coxsackie, New York, is a Roman Catholic parish rooted in the faith of Irish settlers who invited Father William Howard to minister to them in the 19th century. The parish has endured through changes in the Church while maintaining a strong spiritual identity, shaped by its people and architecture. It offers Sunday Masses, weekday prayer, and a wide range of ministries including youth, faith formation, and volunteer opportunities, all centered on building discipleship and deepening faith.
- Rector
- Fr. Jay Atherton
- Diocese
- Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany
Why belong here
Join a community that prays together, serves others, and grows in faith through programs for all ages. From youth ministries to adult faith formation, St. Mary’s offers opportunities to praise God, refresh your faith, and build discipleship — growing week by week in your commitment to the Gospel.
Mass times at St. Mary's Church
Weekly Mass schedule
Our Parish
The parish began among Irish settlers who invited Father William Howard to minister to them. He traveled many miles to bring the faith to the people where they were. The faith is still strong here, fed by the memories of the many pastors who have preceded, yet handing on the stalwart spirit which marks St. Mary’s as a holy Church. Together we have lived through many changes in the Church, yet retaining an inner strength and pride of faith which has been influenced not only by the quality of the structure, but also the quality of service which emanates readily from the people themselves.
Ministries
- Faith Formation
- Youth Ministry
- Altar Servers
- Lectors
- Music Ministry
- Parish Volunteers
- Pastoral Council
Sacraments
Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation
Getting Involved
Volunteer opportunities include Altar Servers, Lectors, Youth Ministry Catechists, and Parish Operations. Faith Formation programs are available for children and adults. The Pastoral Council speaks on behalf of parishioners and supports the pastor and staff.